Eclipse Season is Here with a Potent Lunar Eclipse in Pisces on September 17

 

Eclipse season is officially here as we prepare for a partial Lunar Eclipse in 25 degrees of Pisces on September 17, 2024.  Lunar eclipses are like Full Moons on steroids and their effects can be felt for about six weeks before and after they occur.  So if you have been feeling very emotional recently, you have already been picking up on its vibe.

Before the actual eclipse occurs, we do have a delightful aspect to anticipate on September 15.  Venus in its home sign of Libra will be trining Jupiter in 20 degrees of Gemini.  This energy is perfect for relationships, socializing and the arts.  It can also emphasize the abundance in our lives.  Venus and Jupiter are known as the Benefics, so they tend to bring good fortune, love and beauty into our lives.  They get along quite well together, even more so with a trine aspect.

The main event, the Lunar Eclipse in 25 degrees of Pisces, occurs at 10:34 p.m. on September 17.  The last time we had a Lunar Eclipse in Pisces was on September 16, 2016 in 24 degrees of Pisces. You might want to reflect on what was going on for you back then.  Some of the same issues could resurface.  Full Moons do tend to represent endings and Pisces is the last sign in the zodiac, so this theme is reinforced.  Pisces is also a water sign, which ramps up the emotional nature of this eclipse.  We are definitely going to be dealing with themes of major changes, letting go and endings. And this is a Super Moon because the Moon is so close to the earth.

There is a great deal of emphasis on earth signs with this eclipse.  The Sun in Virgo is involved in a Grand Earth trine with Uranus in 27 degrees of Taurus and Pluto in 29 degrees of Capricorn.  Be prepared for a reality check with all of this earth energy.  But this also means that the Moon in Pisces is forming supportive sextiles to Uranus in Taurus and Pluto in Capricorn, so positive changes are possible.

The Moon is also conjunct Neptune in 28 degrees of Pisces and this emphasizes themes of healing and creativity.  There could be big reveals about health issues during this eclipse. I wouldn't be surprised if news emerged about COVID.  Cases have been rising over the summer and there is a consensus that we could face another major outbreak at the end of this year.  And there are new vaccines available to combat the latest strains.  A Full Moon-Neptune conjunction can also indicate a reality shift, as all is not what it appears to be.

The Moon in Pisces is also opposing Mercury in 10 degrees of Virgo early in the morning, which can add to difficulties in expressing our feelings and the potential for confusion and arguments.  The Moon in Pisces also conjuncts Saturn in 15 degrees a few hours later and this entails a heavy theme of responsibility, as well as increasing the likelihood of feeling lonely and depressed.

Jupiter in 20 degrees of Gemini is also involved in the eclipse, as it features in a mutable T-square with the Sun in Virgo and Moon in Pisces.  When the Moon is squaring Jupiter, we can be inclined towards extravagance and too much of a good thing.  We can also feel like engaging in some escapist behavior with the Moon being conjunct Neptune in Pisces.  T-squares are challenging configurations, but they do serve to motivate us to change.  And the name of the game with eclipses is change. It's just that there are a lot of moving parts with this eclipse.  I think that everyone will be profoundly affected by this eclipse, whether they are mutable signs (Pisces, Gemini, Virgo and Sagittarius), earth signs or water signs.  Don't rule out Uranus in Taurus as a wild card in this eclipse, even though it is in favorable aspect to the Sun in Virgo by trine and to the Moon by sextile. Surprises are bound to happen. Try to remember that whatever we need to let to go of will pave the way for new beginnings.    

Here is a copy of the chart for this Lunar Eclipse.

If you are curious as to how all of this planetary action is affecting you, please consider getting an astrological consultation with me. Check out my menu of services at:

https://phoenixscorpio.blogspot.com/p/services-offered.html

I am also offering private astrology lessons by telephone or video, such as FaceTime, Skype or Zoom.  Please feel free to contact me at lindasim54@gmail.com if you are interested in learning more about astrology.

I have been doing more work with tarot readings, which I love, so I decided to create a combination reading which offers the option of a 30-minute astrology consultation with a one-question tarot reading for only $50. There is something for everyone and my menu of services can accommodate any budget. I also have a one-question tarot reading for only $15. 

Please consider purchasing a tarot reading for $15. This is perfect if you want some insight into yourself right now regarding a specific situation and how you can transform the challenges into opportunities. Check it out on: https://t.co/CvAZB7Fyvr pic.twitter.com/EKYmrZCn6l

— Linda Simons (@danceofphoenix) November 20, 2022

My site also offers the opportunity to provide a donation in the amount of your choice to demonstrate your support for my blog and daily astrological insights on Twitter at: 

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 A contribution in any amount is deeply appreciated as gratitude is a daily part of my spiritual practice. If you prefer to send a donation through Venmo or pay for a reading through Venmo, my handle is Linda Simons @Linda-Simons-7.  Or you can send a contribution using Zelle and my phone number 617-304-2205.

Additionally, I am available for tarot readings by telephone.  I use the Celestial Tarot Deck, which I love because it contains so many astrological symbols.  A tarot reading is another great option for obtaining insight and clarity. I offer a 24-card tarot card reading for $50 which incorporates the twelve houses of the horoscope.

I am still experiencing technical difficulties with the Buy Now buttons on the Services Offered page of my site.  In the meantime, please feel free to send payments through PayPal to my email at lindasim54@gmail.com. Just let me know which type of consultation you want with your birth date info.  Or you can send a payment to my Venmo account at Linda Simons @Linda-Simons-7 or Zelle using my phone number 617-304-2205.

In 2020, I added a Monthly Horoscopes section to my website. September horoscopes are up now and I have a link to my monthly forecasts at Horoscope Junkie.  Check it out at:

https://thehoroscopejunkie.ca/monthly_horoscopes.html

I have also joined Facebook.  I don’t post as frequently as on Twitter, but I am on Facebook now at https://www.facebook.com/linda.simons.75098

For more information on my Reiki services, please see this page on my site:

 http://phoenixscorpio.blogspot.com/p/blog-page_19.html

The coronavirus outbreak caused me to increase the number of distant Reiki sessions I do because people were concerned about the spread of the infection. I have decided to suspend my in-person Reiki sessions until further notice, so all of my Reiki sessions will be distant Reiki sessions for the foreseeable future. But a distant Reiki session is the perfect opportunity to safely build up your immune system and if you have contracted coronavirus, you can be treated safely from the comfort of your home. My procedure is to have a conversation with a client about what they hope to achieve from a session, we set up a time for the session to take place when they will be in a state to receive healing energy and I follow up with a telephone conversation to discuss their experience and my perception of their blockages. I do miss seeing my clients, so I am now offering Zoom consultations/intakes before the session so that we can see each other. I have also incorporated a new technique with my distance Reiki treatments since I don’t always have a photo of my client.  I use a teddy bear so that I can scan and focus the healing energy where it is needed. If this appeals to you, please feel free to contact me by email at lindasim54@gmail.com or call me at 617-304-2205. The cost for distance Reiki sessions is based on a sliding scale of $30 -$50. For your convenience, I accept Venmo and Zelle for payment. Zelle payments can be sent using my telephone number 617-304-2205. I have also written an article about distance Reiki, which is available at:

 https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/how-distance-reiki-can-help-you-during-coronavirus-linda-simons

 If you are interested in learning more about how Reiki can benefit you, please feel free to check out my Reiki site at:

 www.reikiwithlindasimons.com

Don’t forget to follow me on Twitter for my daily astrological insights.  I still can't wrap my head around calling it X.

 

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If you don't follow me on Twitter and want to catch my daily astrological insights, please check out my Linktree profile at: 

 

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I urge everyone to engage in massive amounts of self-care and follow the protective measures of washing your hands frequently, avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth, wearing a face mask when necessary and staying home if you are sick. And get a vaccine. The newest vaccine is available and I encourage you to get it to protect yourself. I repeat, you do not want to get this virus! I speak from personal experience and consider myself very fortunate to have survived Coronavirus twice. Stay safe and healthy, everyone! 

Astrology is a powerful tool that helps you navigate challenging times and alerts you to opportunity periods. Get a reading with me and experience the healing process. #astrology

— Linda Simons (@danceofphoenix) June 10, 2022

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Mercury in Leo Has One Final Punch Before it Enters Virgo and the Sun Has a Face Off with Saturn

 

Mercury stationed direct in Leo on August 28, but many people are still feeling the effects of Mercury retrograde.  This is because Mercury doesn't officially clear its retrograde shadow until September 12.  On September 7, we have one more reminder of how disruptive Mercury in Leo can be when it squares Uranus in 27 degrees of Taurus.  We also had this aspect occurring between Mercury in Leo and Uranus in 26 degrees of their respective signs on July 21 with the second Full Moon in Capricorn in 29 degrees.  And Mercury was in its shadow period back then, preparing to go retrograde on August 5.  When Mercury squares Uranus, misunderstandings are possible, but there is also the potential for seeing things in a totally different perspective. This aspect also tends to deliver excitement and changes to our daily routines, upsets and a fair amount of nervous tension.  I have this aspect natally, so I know all too well what it entails.  All I can say is to reflect back to July 21 to see if any of the issues that you faced on that day resurface for a do over.  And let us not forget that President Biden announced that he would not be running for another term as President of the United States on that day, so the theme of sudden and shocking news is very relevant.  As we astrologers say, you can't make this stuff up...

On September 8, the Sun in Virgo will be exactly opposing Saturn in 16 degrees of Pisces.  This is kind of a buzzkill aspect because it involves restrictions, hardships and limitations.  Frustration is the name of the game.  Feelings of depression and distance in relationships are also possible manifestations of this aspect.  Try to be patient because it will pass and work hard, even though we won't see immediate results.  Saturn is just doing its cosmic job of testing us.  The Sun will also be entering my 12th house on this day, so I have very low expectations for my energy levels during the next month.  I can always tell every year when this happens as I find myself needing more rest and attention to my health.

But on September 9, Mercury will re-enter Virgo (it was in Virgo when it stationed retrograde on August 5) and it will stay in Virgo until September 26.  Mercury rules Virgo and Gemini, so it is very happy in the sign of Virgo.  Our speech will be very precise now and quite productive.  We are more focused on details, efficiency and critical thinking. We find it very easy to be analytical while Mercury is in Virgo.  Just be mindful that the shadow side of Mercury in Virgo is a tendency to be hypercritical.  We run the risk of insulting others or becoming frustrated with our own flaws.  Mercury in Virgo will be forming a supportive sextile to Mars in 3 degrees of Cancer on September 11, which can help us engage in asserting ourselves in a clear and decisive manner while maintaining a measure of compassion.

The Sun in Virgo will be squaring Jupiter in 20 degrees of Gemini on September 12. Fortunately, this is one of the least problematic squares.  Granted, it can bring overexuberance and overconfidence with the potential for excessive pride.  It is a very high energy aspect that has a theme of being careful not to overextend ourselves.  Don't bite off more than you can chew or overcommit.  Jupiter loves to expand whatever it touches, so we might be inclined to over socialize or make promises to others that are hard to keep.  Try to remember to breathe first before you decide to do something and this can be an enjoyable day.

If you are curious as to how all of this planetary action is affecting you, please consider getting an astrological consultation with me. Check out my menu of services at:

https://phoenixscorpio.blogspot.com/p/services-offered.html

I am also offering private astrology lessons by telephone or video, such as FaceTime, Skype or Zoom.  Please feel free to contact me at lindasim54@gmail.com if you are interested in learning more about astrology.

I have been doing more work with tarot readings, which I love, so I decided to create a combination reading which offers the option of a 30-minute astrology consultation with a one-question tarot reading for only $50. There is something for everyone and my menu of services can accommodate any budget. I also have a one-question tarot reading for only $15. 

Please consider purchasing a tarot reading for $15. This is perfect if you want some insight into yourself right now regarding a specific situation and how you can transform the challenges into opportunities. Check it out on: https://t.co/CvAZB7Fyvr pic.twitter.com/EKYmrZCn6l

— Linda Simons (@danceofphoenix) November 20, 2022

My site also offers the opportunity to provide a donation in the amount of your choice to demonstrate your support for my blog and daily astrological insights on Twitter at: 

https://phoenixscorpio.blogspot.com/p/services-offered.html

 A contribution in any amount is deeply appreciated as gratitude is a daily part of my spiritual practice. If you prefer to send a donation through Venmo or pay for a reading through Venmo, my handle is Linda Simons @Linda-Simons-7.  Or you can send a contribution using Zelle and my phone number 617-304-2205.

 Additionally, I am available for tarot readings by telephone.  I use the Celestial Tarot Deck, which I love because it contains so many astrological symbols.  A tarot reading is another great option for obtaining insight and clarity. I offer a 24-card tarot card reading for $50 which incorporates the twelve houses of the horoscope.

I am still experiencing technical difficulties with the Buy Now buttons on the Services Offered page of my site.  In the meantime, please feel free to send payments through PayPal to my email at lindasim54@gmail.com. Just let me know which type of consultation you want with your birth date info.  Or you can send a payment to my Venmo account at Linda Simons @Linda-Simons-7 or Zelle using my phone number 617-304-2205.

In 2020, I added a Monthly Horoscopes section to my website. September horoscopes are up now and I have a link to my monthly forecasts at Horoscope Junkie.  Check it out at:

https://thehoroscopejunkie.ca/monthly_horoscopes.html

I have also joined Facebook.  I don’t post as frequently as on Twitter, but I am on Facebook now at https://www.facebook.com/linda.simons.75098

For more information on my Reiki services, please see this page on my site:

 http://phoenixscorpio.blogspot.com/p/blog-page_19.html

The coronavirus outbreak caused me to increase the number of distant Reiki sessions I do because people were concerned about the spread of the infection. I have decided to suspend my in-person Reiki sessions until further notice, so all of my Reiki sessions will be distant Reiki sessions for the foreseeable future. But a distant Reiki session is the perfect opportunity to safely build up your immune system and if you have contracted coronavirus, you can be treated safely from the comfort of your home. My procedure is to have a conversation with a client about what they hope to achieve from a session, we set up a time for the session to take place when they will be in a state to receive healing energy and I follow up with a telephone conversation to discuss their experience and my perception of their blockages. I do miss seeing my clients, so I am now offering Zoom consultations/intakes before the session so that we can see each other. I have also incorporated a new technique with my distance Reiki treatments since I don’t always have a photo of my client.  I use a teddy bear so that I can scan and focus the healing energy where it is needed. If this appeals to you, please feel free to contact me by email at lindasim54@gmail.com or call me at 617-304-2205. The cost for distance Reiki sessions is based on a sliding scale of $30 -$50. For your convenience, I accept Venmo and Zelle for payment. Zelle payments can be sent using my telephone number

617-304-2205. I have also written an article about distance Reiki, which is available at:

 https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/how-distance-reiki-can-help-you-during-coronavirus-linda-simons

 If you are interested in learning more about how Reiki can benefit you, please feel free to check out my Reiki site at:

 www.reikiwithlindasimons.com

Don’t forget to follow me on Twitter for my daily astrological insights.  I still can't wrap my head around calling it X.

 

https://twitter.com/danceofphoenix

If you don't follow me on Twitter and want to catch my daily astrological insights, please check out my Linktree profile at: 

 

https://link.tr.ee/danceofphoenix

I urge everyone to engage in massive amounts of self-care and follow the protective measures of washing your hands frequently, avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth, wearing a face mask when necessary and staying home if you are sick. And get a vaccine. The newest vaccine is available and I encourage you to get it to protect yourself. I repeat, you do not want to get this virus! I speak from personal experience and consider myself very fortunate to have survived Coronavirus twice. Stay safe and healthy, everyone! 

Astrology is a powerful tool that helps you navigate challenging times and alerts you to opportunity periods. Get a reading with me and experience the healing process. #astrology

— Linda Simons (@danceofphoenix) June 10, 2022